The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Rewind Starter designed for Wacker Neuson portable generators and centrifugal trash pumps, including the GS8.5V, GS9.7V, GPS8500, GPS9700, and PTS4V series. As a factory-sourced component, it meets the exact specifications set by Wacker Neuson for these machines, ensuring a direct, hassle-free installation. Whether you're servicing a generator on a job site or keeping a trash pump running at peak capacity, the restores reliable manual start capability without the guesswork of sourcing a cross-reference part.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Cord and Pawl Engagement: — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this rewind starter features the correct cord length, spring tension, and pawl geometry to engage the engine flywheel cleanly on every pull.
- Drop-In Fitment Across Multiple Platforms: — Mounts directly to the engine housing with no drilling or adapter hardware; bolt pattern and housing profile match original equipment on all confirmed fitments.
- Confirmed Compatibility: — Fits the GS8.5V, GS9.7V, GPS8500, and GPS9700 portable generators with electric start, as well as the PTS4V 100mm/4-inch centrifugal trash pump.
- Consistent Pull-Start Performance: — A properly tensioned rewind spring and intact cord prevent failed starts and rope slippage — common failure points when a worn starter is left in service too long.
- Fuel System Start Safety: — On engines equipped with electric start, a functioning rewind starter provides a critical backup starting method if the battery or starter motor is unavailable, keeping operators from being stranded in the field.
A rewind starter is the manual pull-start assembly mounted to the engine housing. When the operator pulls the handle, an internal rewind spring engages a set of pawls or dogs that lock onto the engine flywheel, cranking the engine through its compression cycle to fire. Once the engine starts, the pawls retract and the rewind spring pulls the cord back into the housing. When the starter spring breaks, the cord frays, or the pawls wear out, the engine simply cannot be started manually — leaving generators without power output and trash pumps unable to move water until the starter is replaced.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000111431 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0111431 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Rewind Starter |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS8.5V | 5000007661 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS9.7V | 5000007662 |
| 100mm/4in Centrifugal Trash Pu mp | PTS4V | 5000007691, 5000007683 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS8500 | 5000008286 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS9700 | 5000008287 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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